The average train between Lancashire and Chester takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancashire to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lancashire and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancashire is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Blackburn and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lancashire to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Chester. However, there are services departing from Lancashire station and arriving at Chester station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Lancashire to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Lancashire to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Lancashire to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Lancashire and Chester is 76 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Langho to Chester via Blackburn, Preston, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 33m.